General Inquiries
Company Overview:
John Keno & Company, Inc. (JKC) has proudly served as a trusted excavation subcontractor in the Chicagoland for over 50 years. Our services include earthwork, utility construction, shoreline restoration, light demolition, and site preparation. Known for our lean planning, agile execution, and “Can Do. Will Do.” spirit, we support some of the region’s most complex and high-profile construction projects.
Interested in Joining Our Team?
If you're excited about what we do at John Keno & Company but don’t see a role that matches your background, we still want to hear from you!
This General Inquiries listing is a way for you to express your interest in future opportunities. We regularly seek out talented individuals in the following areas:
Union Field Operations (Laborers, Foremen, Superintendents)
Estimating & Project Engineering
Administrative & Accounting Roles: Accounts payable/Payroll, Project Accounting, Controller
Equipment Maintenance & Fleet Support
Human Resources
Who Should Apply:
Individuals with experience or interest in heavy civil construction
Professionals with union affiliations (e.g., LiUNA, Local 150)
Recent graduates or trade school students seeking field opportunities
Candidates aligned with our mission, safety culture, and team-first mindset
Why John Keno & Company:
Work with a team that values grit, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Be part of impactful projects
Veteran Family-owned company with strong core values and long-term growth opportunities
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